Best restaurants near me in Lake Monticello, VA

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78 restaurants available nearby

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1. 1799 at The Clifton

4.5

Awesome(765)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Charlottesville

Booked 7 times today

We are serving a wonderful ala carte menu with many delicious & unique options. We have an award winning wine list, and cocktail menu available as well - ask about our 'smoked' cocktails. Set in a charming and historic house on a ridge overlooking The Rivanna River in Charlottesville, Virginia, 1799 at The Clifton is committed to cooking beautiful, locally sourced food in a warm yet chic atmosphere. Michelin Starred Chef Matthew Bousquet and his team are dedicated to giving you the best of new Piedmont cooking in a special way. Come and explore the offerings of our Chef’s seasonal menus, featuring the bounty of our own organic vegetable and herb garden. We look forward to making your visit truly memorable! Please make any requests on seating preferences, using the reservation notes. We will do our absolute best to accommodate all request based on availability.

2. The Local

4.5

Awesome(2551)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 40 times today

Restaurant Week: January 27-February 2 (pre-fixe menu only - $35pp)UVA Graduation Weekend: May 17-19: Please see experience listed belowCome visit and experience The Local!We believe everyone should experience meals that feature delicately prepared fresh local ingredients in a great atmosphere. In our corner of the world, everyone's a Local. EAT, DRINK, & BE LOCAL.Note that when selecting outside, you will be in a covered area.

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3. Public Fish & Oyster

4.9

Exceptional(2655)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Charlottesville

Booked 37 times today

Public Fish and Oyster serves only the freshest and responsibly sourced seafood. We believe in the complete dining experience and our knowledgeable staff is eager to provide you with the best dining experience Charlottesville has to offer.

4. Ten

4.9

Exceptional(1098)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Charlottesville

Booked 35 times today

Ten is a modern Japanese tapas style restaurant, centrally located on Charlottesville's Downtown Mall. Since 2006, Ten has served a variety of both traditional and original cuisine. Chef Pei Jen Chang sources ingredients from the finest local, regional, and international sea and farm purveyors, and strives to offer fare that will appeal to the gamut of culinary palates. Our bar menu boasts an extensive wine list, an assortment of imported and local craft beers, as well as one of the largest collections of sake in Virginia. In addition, we offer a unique selection of libations, such as hand-crafted Asian inspired cocktails, assembled using inventive, authentic ingredients, or a 'Sake Flight', which allows for the subtle, intricate flavors of three selected varietals to be experienced. The meaning of the Japanese word 'Ten' is 'heaven' or 'celebration', and our highest goal is to create an elevated, adventurous, and intimate dining experie

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5. Black Cow Chophouse

4.9

Exceptional(519)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Charlottesville

Booked 25 times today

Black Cow Chophouse is Charlottesville's spot for steaks, chops, fine wines, modern & classic cocktails and fun times. We feature a huge daily selection of both dry-aged and non dry-aged local and nationally sourced beef, as well as pork, game and lamb cuts. Our beverage program is carefully crafted and our hospitality is second to none. For the budget conscious, visit during our daily happy hour from 4:30 to 6:00 for Charlottesville's best steak deal and discounted drinks.

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6. The Ivy Inn Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(3871)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 25 times today

Seasonal Local American Cuisine. We use many local products from local farmers. We are located about a mile west of the University of Virginia campus. Historic old home turned into a restaurant. Three small intimate dining rooms upstairs, one on the ground floor and a large weather protected patio. In the winter the Patio is heated. Family owned since 1995. Special diet needs met upon request.

7. C&O

4.9

Exceptional(869)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Charlottesville

Booked 28 times today

Dinner is served in our mezzanine, bistro and upstairs dining rooms, Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are for dinner only, please. Bar seats operate on a first come, first serve basis, and cannot be reserved.We cannot accommodate parties larger than 10. Due to the layout of our restaurant, we are unable to accommodate pets on our patio.

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8. Hamiltons' At First & Main

4.8

Exceptional(2360)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 8 times today

Contemporary Fine Dining in Charlottesville, Virginia Located in the heart of Charlottesville’s Downtown district, Hamiltons’ is the perfect spot for a delicious afternoon lunch or a romantic evening dinner. A cheerful, cozy atmosphere and attentive service ensure our guests enjoy an outstanding dining experience, be they Charlottesville natives, out-of-town visitors, or University students and staff. We also feature outdoor patio seating seasonally, providing our guests the opportunity to dine amidst the bustle of the Downtown Mall.

9. Cafe Frank

4.7

Exceptional(349)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Charlottesville

Booked 15 times today

Café Frank is a vibrant, intimate Franco-Italian restaurant and cocktail bar on Charlottesville's Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall. We can't wait to serve you!

10. Fleurie

4.9

Exceptional(1859)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Charlottesville

Booked 7 times today

Fleurie has a few Valentine's Day reservations remaining! $135 per person three course prix-fixe menu. Please call 434-971-7800 or email fleuriecville@gmail.comServing Dinner Tuesday - Saturday.Daily Prix-Fixe 3-Course Menu ($109) with optional Wine Pairings ($75+)Fleurie offers patio and indoor dining by reservation. Please make sure to select your desired seating area when booking. Join us at Fleurie Restaurant for a contemporary French fine dining experience, located just off Charlottesville's charming Downtown Mall on 3rd Street. Fleurie's elegant atmosphere, stellar wine list, and innovative menu are sure to produce an unforgettable meal. Fleurie is the perfect place to celebrate special occasions or simply enjoy masterfully prepared dishes and intimate service.

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Avest
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic food, service and ambiance as always. We have been coming here for the past two years and it hits the mark every time. We always get Raw Oysters, Oysters Rockefeller, and the mussels in the white wine cream sauce. SO GOOD!
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Public Fish & OysterPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Charlottesville
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4.9
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ronni
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The Local is a Charlottesville favorite for those seeking great food in an energetic environment. The food is well-prepared and consistently great tasting. Even with a reservation, there may be a 10 - 15 min wait, but it is well worth it!
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The LocalPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Charlottesville
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4.5
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Zack
Virginia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The staff at Black Cow consistently go above and being to impress and you will not find better food and drinks in the city of Charlottesville. Thank you again for a great night!
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Black Cow ChophousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Charlottesville
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4.9
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Ashli
Virginia •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I ate here for the Valentines five course menu and it was phenomenal. The dishes were curated exceptionally well. I did not leave disappointed and was already planning my next visit before I left. The staff are wonderful. We sat at the bar shortly before dining and enjoyed our beverages and time chatting with the bartender. She was the most welcoming and was able to provide drink recommendations which were very fitting.
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1799 at The CliftonPrice: Very Expensive• Farm-to-table• Charlottesville
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4.5
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Donald
Virginia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 29, 2025
The food was outstanding. Everything was so full of flavors. Avocado tempura, sea bass, out of this world with flavor. Even the case was a surprising taste experience. For a special occasion, there is no place better that I've experienced. Stephen is a wonderful server, and very helpful with suggestions when we got stuck
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TenPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Charlottesville
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4.9

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1. 1799 at The Clifton

2. The Local

3. Public Fish & Oyster

4. Ten

5. Black Cow Chophouse

6. The Ivy Inn Restaurant

7. C&O

8. Hamiltons' At First & Main

9. Cafe Frank

10. Fleurie

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